Major Holidays

Below is a list of all holidays recognized in Puerto Rico. Many stores, banks, museums, and attractions may be closed or operating on a modified schedule on these days. Make sure you call ahead before making plans.

2017 Holiday Schedule

Jan. 1

New Year’s Day*

Jan. 6

Three King’s Day*

Jan. 11

Eugenio María Hostos’ Birthday

Jan. 16

Martin Luther King’s Birthday

Feb. 20

Presidents’ Day

Mar. 22

Emancipation Day

April 14

Good Friday*

April 16

Easter Day

Apr. 18

José de Diego’s Birthday

May 14

Mother’s Day*

May 29

Memorial Day

Jun. 18

Father’s Day*

Jul. 4

Independence Day

Jul. 18

Luis Muñoz Rivera’s Birthday

Jul. 25

Puerto Rico Constitution Day

Jul. 27

Josée Celso Barbosa’s Birthday

Sept. 4

Labor Day

Oct. 9

Columbus Day

Nov. 11

Veteran’s Day

Nov. 20

Discovery of Puerto Rico Day

Nov. 23

Thanksgiving Day*

Dec. 25

Christmas Day*

*Mandatory all-day closing for just about everything

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